--- product_id: 35026641 title: "Vertical 18\" Charcoal Smoker" brand: "cuisinart" price: "Β£447.06" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/35026641-vertical-18-charcoal-smoker store_origin: GB region: Great Britain --- # Porcelain-enameled water bowl for moisture 510 sq. in. cooking space Dual air vents for precise heat control Vertical 18" Charcoal Smoker **Brand:** cuisinart **Price:** Β£447.06 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ”₯ Elevate your BBQ game with pro-level smoking precision! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Vertical 18" Charcoal Smoker by cuisinart - **How much does it cost?** Β£447.06 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/35026641-vertical-18-charcoal-smoker) ## Best For - cuisinart enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted cuisinart brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Dual Top & Bottom Vents:** Effortlessly regulate temperature for perfect low-and-slow smoking mastery. - β€’ **Durable & Easy Assembly:** Sturdy alloy steel frame with a 15-minute setup, built to last through every tailgate and camping trip. - β€’ **Quick-Access Hinged Door:** Add charcoal, chips, or water without losing heatβ€”stay in control of your cook. - β€’ **Moisture-Locking Water Bowl:** Keep your meats tender and juicy while infusing rich smoky flavors every time. - β€’ **Massive 510 sq. in. Chrome-Plated Grates:** Smoke brisket, ribs, and more with ample space for crowd-pleasing BBQ sessions. ## Overview The Cuisinart 18” Vertical Charcoal Smoker offers 510 square inches of chrome-plated cooking space, a moisture-locking porcelain water bowl, and dual air vents for precise temperature control. Designed for both beginners and BBQ aficionados, it features a hinged door for easy charcoal and water access and assembles quickly with a durable alloy steel frame. Perfect for smoking brisket, ribs, and more, this smoker delivers authentic slow-smoked flavor with minimal effort. ## Description Experience authentic, slow-smoked barbecue with the Cuisinart 18” Vertical Charcoal Smoker. It features two chrome-plated steel grates with 510 square inches of cooking space, perfect for brisket, ribs, salmon, and jerky. The removable main body converts into a compact charcoal grill perfect for steaks and burgers. A water bowl adds moisture for tender results, while dual air vents ensure effective heat management. The hinged latching door provides easy access to charcoal and water, keeping your smoker fueled and ready. Ideal for both BBQ enthusiasts and beginners, this bullet smoker delivers bold flavors with minimal effort. Review: Good quality - Great product. We hav it put together but haven’t used it. Built very well. Review: Excellent Smoker for the Price - Purchased the Cuisinart 118 nearly four years ago to learn the basics of smoking and to figure out if it was really my jam, before unloading on a more expensive model in a year or two. Smoking is now my jam and this unit is responsible. Pros: - Easy to maintain and set up. Fill the coal grate and ring with a decent amount of charcoal (depending on cook time) and ensure the shape you've created looks more like an ant lion larva's conical sand trap, rather than a pile, keeping the prepped coals in the middle to slowly burn out and down. The chimney takes about 20 minutes to get those hot coals ready. Leave the top cylinder off the base after dumping the prepped coals into the shape you've made for another 20 minutes with the bottom vent wide open. Latch the cylinder in place and allow the unit another 20 minutes get to temp, toss on some wood chunk, tighten up the bottom air intake (I've never needed to open it more than 1/4 of the way) and you're good to go. I've made pork shoulders and been able to keep the smoker going at a 225 grate temp for over 8 hours without needing to add more charcoal, so this thing can go for quite some time when properly used. It just takes time to figure it out and you may use more charcoal than you need early on. Wood chunk coal tends to burn too fast and ash out in an unreasonable amount of time, so save that for quick use cooks like burgers / steaks and use Kingsford briquets for long haul cooking. - Holds up to the elements. Mine sits on an exposed back porch with only the cover to protect it. I keep saying I'm getting that better smoker this summer... but why, when there is nothing wrong with my current rig? Cons: - Kind of thin. On cold, windy days, a barricade is needed to allow the unit to stay up to temp without burning through fuel. Tips and Mods: - That water pan? Meh, I don't fill it. I put a flat sheet of foil over it, like a drum, to keep fats and drippings from burning in the bottom and giving food an off-putting flavor. Put it in before the grates and certainly before attaching it to a hot base... - Use a probe for accurate grate temps. No dial thermometer should really be trusted, especially after you've put the meat on. It will appear cooler than it is. - I added another shelf between the two provided. I didn't like my bottom layer that close to the pan's heat. - The side vent leaks. LEAKS! A gasket for grills and smokers will fix that when applied to where it overlaps the body. For a while, I moved another grill I own against the handle to keep it closed tighter. - Smoking in the winter or in cold temps (20's-40's) can burn through fuel and it's hard to keep the smoker up to temp. I use a cheap welder's blanket wrapped around the unit (but not the base or legs) and 3 heavy duty clips to hold it in place to keep it hot. This uses very little charcoal and you may even need to fully close the bottom vent to keep the heat from running away on you. - Look stuff up! Other people have been doing this a while and have webpages dedicated to ensuring you become an AMAZING cook ## Features - SPACIOUS COOKING AREA: Two 18-inch chrome-plated steel grates provide 510 square inches of cooking space for smoking meats, fish, and more. - MOISTURE-LOCKING: A porcelain-enameled water bowl keeps food tender and juicy while infusing deep smoky flavors. - TEMPERATURE CONTROL: Dual top and bottom air vents allow for effortless heat regulation. - EASY ACCESS: A hinged door provides quick access to add charcoal, smoking chips, and water, while secure latches keep the heat inside. - EASY TO ASSEMBLE: Built to last with a sturdy frame and quick setup. Ready to use in just 15 minutes! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B01GFLYWF6 | | Best Sellers Rank | #147,736 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #279 in Outdoor Smokers | | Brand Name | Cuisinart | | Color | Vertical Charcoal Smoker, 18" | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (1,740) | | Fuel Type | Charcoal | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00817096013216 | | Included Components | 18" Vertical Charcoal Smoker | | Inner Material | Stainless_steel | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 22"D x 24"W x 43"H | | Item Type Name | 18" Vertical Charcoal Smoker | | Item Weight | 32 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Cuisinart | | Model Name | 18" Vertical Charcoal Smoker | | Outer Material | Alloy Steel, Stainless Steel | | Power Source | Charcoal | | UPC | 817096013216 068459331892 | | Warranty Description | 3 year | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Cuisinart - **Color:** Vertical Charcoal Smoker, 18" - **Fuel Type:** Charcoal - **Item Weight:** 32 Pounds - **Manufacturer:** Cuisinart - **Model Name:** 18" Vertical Charcoal Smoker - **Outer Material:** Alloy Steel, Stainless Steel - **Power Source:** Charcoal - **Product Dimensions:** 22"D x 24"W x 43"H - **UPC:** 817096013216 068459331892 ## Images ![Vertical 18" Charcoal Smoker - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71CxBjPMUwL.jpg) ![Vertical 18" Charcoal Smoker - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61wJxvJUL+L.jpg) ![Vertical 18" Charcoal Smoker - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71sBTzlYn5L.jpg) ![Vertical 18" Charcoal Smoker - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71nUCDdm3fL.jpg) ![Vertical 18" Charcoal Smoker - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81vKuYfdoBL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good quality *by G***U on March 5, 2026* Great product. We hav it put together but haven’t used it. Built very well. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Smoker for the Price *by D***L on March 15, 2021* Purchased the Cuisinart 118 nearly four years ago to learn the basics of smoking and to figure out if it was really my jam, before unloading on a more expensive model in a year or two. Smoking is now my jam and this unit is responsible. Pros: - Easy to maintain and set up. Fill the coal grate and ring with a decent amount of charcoal (depending on cook time) and ensure the shape you've created looks more like an ant lion larva's conical sand trap, rather than a pile, keeping the prepped coals in the middle to slowly burn out and down. The chimney takes about 20 minutes to get those hot coals ready. Leave the top cylinder off the base after dumping the prepped coals into the shape you've made for another 20 minutes with the bottom vent wide open. Latch the cylinder in place and allow the unit another 20 minutes get to temp, toss on some wood chunk, tighten up the bottom air intake (I've never needed to open it more than 1/4 of the way) and you're good to go. I've made pork shoulders and been able to keep the smoker going at a 225 grate temp for over 8 hours without needing to add more charcoal, so this thing can go for quite some time when properly used. It just takes time to figure it out and you may use more charcoal than you need early on. Wood chunk coal tends to burn too fast and ash out in an unreasonable amount of time, so save that for quick use cooks like burgers / steaks and use Kingsford briquets for long haul cooking. - Holds up to the elements. Mine sits on an exposed back porch with only the cover to protect it. I keep saying I'm getting that better smoker this summer... but why, when there is nothing wrong with my current rig? Cons: - Kind of thin. On cold, windy days, a barricade is needed to allow the unit to stay up to temp without burning through fuel. Tips and Mods: - That water pan? Meh, I don't fill it. I put a flat sheet of foil over it, like a drum, to keep fats and drippings from burning in the bottom and giving food an off-putting flavor. Put it in before the grates and certainly before attaching it to a hot base... - Use a probe for accurate grate temps. No dial thermometer should really be trusted, especially after you've put the meat on. It will appear cooler than it is. - I added another shelf between the two provided. I didn't like my bottom layer that close to the pan's heat. - The side vent leaks. LEAKS! A gasket for grills and smokers will fix that when applied to where it overlaps the body. For a while, I moved another grill I own against the handle to keep it closed tighter. - Smoking in the winter or in cold temps (20's-40's) can burn through fuel and it's hard to keep the smoker up to temp. I use a cheap welder's blanket wrapped around the unit (but not the base or legs) and 3 heavy duty clips to hold it in place to keep it hot. This uses very little charcoal and you may even need to fully close the bottom vent to keep the heat from running away on you. - Look stuff up! Other people have been doing this a while and have webpages dedicated to ensuring you become an AMAZING cook ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ SMOKIN' *by K***E on December 23, 2023* This is my first smoker. I've used it 5 times so far and I am very pleased. The operating instructions where clear and easy to follow. Doing the heat regulation with the vents worked fine for me. I read others complained about it, but you just have to pay attention. After a little trial and error, I can keep it between 200 and 225 degrees pretty easily. One aspect of working this smoker is it takes a bit of babysitting. I check the temp every 15-20 minutes, adding hardwood, charcoal and adjusting vents. So, you kinda have to be near it the whole time. But it's an entry level smoker and it is what it is. I read up on how to smoke a particular cut of meat and this smoker does exactly what it is supposed to do. I gave it 4 stars. The reason is the temperature gauge was junk out of the box. It's a standard 2-inch gauge. You can buy a good replacement for about $20+. Also, the locking hinges that lock the main body on the grill seem a bit flimsy and I can see them failing in the future. You can still use it without locking the hinges, you just wouldn't be able to move it while in use if you need to. Overall, I am happy with my purchase and would recommend it to a friend. ## Frequently Bought Together - Cuisinart 18” Vertical Charcoal Smoker, Integrated Thermometer, Water Bowl and Dual Vents Perfect for Smoked Brisket, Chrome Plated Grates Smoker Grill for BBQ, Camping, Tailgates - Cuisinart 18” Smoker & Grill Cover, Universal Fit for Grills, Griddles, Smokers, Durable 600D Fabric, Water & Weather Resistant Nylon, UV and Fade Resistant Barbecue Cover with Velcro, Black - Weber Rapidfire Compact Chimney Starter Charcoal Grill Accessory --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/35026641-vertical-18-charcoal-smoker](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/35026641-vertical-18-charcoal-smoker) --- *Product available on Desertcart Great Britain* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*